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Min. ReadThe Sporty-Chic Bovet Récital 12 in Titanium: Pascal Raffy's First Bracelet Watch
Bovet, one of Switzerland's oldest watchmaking brands, has always been synonymous with elegance and craftsmanship. Under Pascal Raffy's leadership since the early 2000s, Bovet has embraced a holistic approach, producing watches in-house with exceptional vertical integration. Known for its traditionally formal style, Bovet now introduces the Récital 12, a watch that brings a casual yet refined touch to the brand's legacy. This model marks Raffy's first venture into bracelet watches, catering to the demands of collectors.
Raffy explained, “Bovet has traditionally been a strap House, but we have had many collectors from all over the world asking for a metal bracelet. I’m very detail-oriented when it comes to comfort and design, so I knew if we did a bracelet, it would have to be as close to perfect as possible. My team and I worked on this timepiece for two full years, going through version after version to get it absolutely right.”
The Récital 12’s bracelet, crafted from grade 5 titanium, is both robust and lightweight, offering excellent resistance to corrosion and scratches. Its brushed and polished surfaces highlight Bovet’s distinctive design, featuring the brand's signature V. The bracelet includes a folding buckle and a 3mm fine-adjustment system for optimal comfort.
This bracelet seamlessly integrates with the 40mm Dimier case, showcasing a new open-worked movement. Comprised of 227 components, this 7-day power reserve hand-wound movement is crafted entirely in-house, including its hairspring. The inverted construction reveals the balance wheel on the dial side, emphasizing symmetry with hours and minutes displayed at 3 o'clock and a three-pronged small-second indicator at 9 o'clock. True to Bovet's standards, the movement features circular Geneva stripes and blued screws.
The off-center dial, available in dark blue, emerald green, or turquoise, is also made in-house and features Bovet’s lotus flower motif with 12 petals marking the hours. The deep color is achieved by applying seven layers of lacquer. The Bovet Récital 12 comes with a 5-year warranty.
